Dan Nevin will serve as vice president, industry relations at Merlin, leading the independent music rights organization’s engagement with trade associations and strategic partners worldwide. In this new post, Nevin will oversee Merlin’s global membership development team, supporting growth and diversification particularly across Asia, Africa, Oceania and emerging music markets.
Merlin CEO Charlie Lexton said: “The independent sector has never been more globally connected, and Merlin has an important role to play in helping our members succeed in that environment. As we continue to evolve, it’s essential that we build ever stronger relationships around the world, ensuring independent voices are represented wherever the future of music is being shaped.”
Nevin brings more than two decades of experience in the independent music sector. He served as CEO of Australia’s independent music trade body AIR from 2014 to 2016, before relocating to the United Kingdom. Prior to that role, he worked as digital music manager at JB Hi-Fi, Australia’s largest home entertainment retailer. Since moving to London a decade ago, Nevin has worked as a consultant and adviser with music companies, labels and distributors.
Founded in 2008, Merlin represents the rights of thousands of independent record labels and distributors. Its membership accounts for roughly 15% of the global recorded music market.
Source: Billboard
